Special Education-Parent Information Centers (84.328)

 

Program

84.328 Special Education-Parent Information Centers

 

Federal Agency

OFFICE OF SPECIAL EDUCATION AND REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

 

Authorization

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part D, Subpart 2, Chapter 1, Sections 682-684, as amended, Public Law 105- 17, 20 U.S.C. 1482-1484.

 

Program Number

84.328

 

Last Known Status

Active

 

Objectives

To ensure that children with disabilities, and parents of children with disabilities: (1) Receive training and information on their rights and protections under the IDEA and (2) can effectively participate in planning and decision making related to early intervention, special education, and transitional services, including the development of the Individualized Education Programs (IEP's).

 

Types of Assistance

Project Grants (Cooperative Agreements or Contracts).

 

Uses and Use Restrictions

Funds must be used to support the objectives of the program.

 

Eligibility Requirements

Applicant Eligibility

Parent organizations, as defined in Section 682(g) of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

Beneficiary Eligibility

Infants, toddlers, and children with disabilities, and other individuals with disabilities, and their families benefit from this program.

Credentials/Documentation

None.

 

Application and Award Process

Preapplication Coordination

This program is covered under E.O. 12372, "Intergovernmental Review of Federal Programs." An applicant should consult the office or official designated as a single point of contact in his or her State to be followed in applying for assistance, if the State has selected the program for review.

Application Procedure

The standard application forms as furnished and required by OMB Circular No. A-102 must be used for this program. The program is subject to the provisions of OMB Circular No. A-110.

Award Procedure

Applications will be reviewed by a panel of experts.

Deadlines

Deadlines are published in the Federal Register or you may contact the Headquarters Office for application deadlines.

 

Range of Approval/Disapproval Time

Appeals

Not applicable.

Renewals

Awards may be renewed annually for up to 5 years throughout the project period of the award, depending upon the availability of appropriations.

 

Assistance Considerations

Formula and Matching Requirements

The Secretary may require a recipient of a grant, contract, or cooperative agreement to share in the cost of a project.

Length and Time Phasing of Assistance

Typically from 1 to 5 years. Renewals are subject to the availability of funds.

 

Post Assistance Requirements

Reports

Progress reports shall be made on annual basis. Final reports shall be made at the end of the project period. Cash balance reports will be required annually.

Audits

In accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular No. A- 133 (Revised, June 24, 1997), "Audits of States, Local Governments, and Nonprofit Organizations," nonfederal entities that expend financial assistance of $300,000 or more in Federal awards will have a single or a program-specific audit conducted for that year. Nonfederal entities that expend less than $300,000 a year in Federal awards are exempt from Federal audit requirements for that year, except as noted in Circular No. A-133.

Records

As stated in grant or contract terms and conditions, the awardee shall maintain accounts, records, and other evidence pertaining to all costs incurred, revenues or other applicable credits acquired under this grant.

 

Program Accomplishments

Approximately 100 awards were made in fiscal year 2002.

 

Financial Information

Account Identification

91-0300-0-1-500.

Obligations

(Grants) FY 02 $26,000,000; FY 03 est $26,328,000; and FY 04 est $26,000,000.

Range and Average of Financial Assistance

Awards typically range from $100,000 to $400,000 per year.

 

Regulations, Guidelines and Literature

None.

 

Related Programs

84.027, Special Education_Grants to States; 84.173, Special Education_Preschool Grants; 84.184, Safe and Drug-Free Schools and Communities_National Programs; 84.323, Special Education_State Program Improvement Grants for Children with Disabilities; 84.324, Special Education_Research and Innovation to Improve Services and Results for Children with Disabilities; 84.325, Special Education_Personnel Preparation to Improve Services and Results for Children with Disabilities; 84.326, Special Education_Technical Assistance and Dissemination to Improve Services and Results for Children with Disabilities; 84.327, Special Education_Technology and Media Services for Individuals with Disabilities; 84.329, Special Education_Studies and Evaluations.

 

Information Contacts

Regional or Local Office

Not applicable.

Headquarters Office

U.S. Department of Education, OSERS Office of Special Education Programs 400 Maryland Ave., S.W., Rm. 3519, MES Washington, DC 20202-2500. Contact: Barbara Edelen. E-mail Address barbara.edelen@ed.gov. Telephone: (202) 205- 8522.

Web Site Address

http://www.ed.gov/offices/OSERS/OSEP/index.html

 

Examples of Funded Projects

Contact the Program Office for examples of funded projects.

 

Criteria for Selecting Proposals

Criteria for selecting among grant applications will normally be selected from those in the Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR), 34 CFR Part 75.210.